2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1653 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
