2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
