2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Murano | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |