2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Renault Twingo. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 749 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 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2002 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
