2012 Acura TL vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Acura TL | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4928 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
