2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (133 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Optra | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |