2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
