2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DBS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DBS | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
