2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Altima and 2009 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Altima | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Altima | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |