2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Jetta | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
