2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 35 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 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo. 2009 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
