2010 Toyota Avalon vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 804 kg more than 1997 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avalon | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Avalon | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
