2012 Renault Twizy vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2012 Renault Twizy and 2012 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twizy. (21 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twizy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 742 kg more than 2012 Renault Twizy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Twizy 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 Renault Twizy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Twizy | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Twizy | Altea |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 21 HP | 148 HP |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1190 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
