2011 Renault Twingo vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2011 Renault Twingo and 2011 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Twingo | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Twingo | Matrix |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 440 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |