2010 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 783 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.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | S80 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
