2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo. 1994 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Panamera | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
