2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo

To start off, both 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 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.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 2009 Renault Twingo
Make Porsche Renault
Model 911 Twingo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1147 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 275 km/hour 151 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1320 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 40 L


 

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