2007 Toyota Sienna vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sienna | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sienna | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
