2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX 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 TSX (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo. 2009 Acura TSX 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 TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TSX | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |