2009 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Twingo | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twingo | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 440 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
