2008 Renault Twingo vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Renault Twingo and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 847 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Twingo | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Twingo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
