2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2002 Renault Twingo. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2002 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2002 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 40 L |
