2012 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 18 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1261 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Land Rover Freelander | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Freelander | Twingo |
Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |