2012 Renault Twingo vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Twingo | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Twingo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 440 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
