2010 Renault Twingo 1.5 dCi vs. 2010 Renault Twingo 1.6 RS

To start off, both 2010 Renault Twingo 1.5 dCi and 2010 Renault Twingo 1.6 RS were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo 1.6 RS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo 1.6 RS (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo 1.5 dCi. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo 1.6 RS should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo 1.5 dCi.

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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Renault Twingo 1.5 dCi 2010 Renault Twingo 1.6 RS
Make Renault Renault
Model Twingo Twingo
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1459 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 440 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 164 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.9 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.3 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 40 L


 

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