2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Renault Twingo

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2008 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2008 Renault Twingo
Make Cadillac Renault
Model SRX Twingo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 201 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2071 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 40 L


 

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