2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Smart | Renault |
Model | ForTwo | Twingo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 40 L |