2009 Ford Flex vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 151 kg more than 1994 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Flex | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
