2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Frontier and 2010 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 387 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Frontier | Twingo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |