2010 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Twingo | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 440 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.4 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 | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
