2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 797 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |