2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Titan | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
