2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1567 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-150 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | F-150 | Twingo |
Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |