2009 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
