2009 Lada 21 vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
