2011 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Tribeca | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Tribeca | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1911 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
