2012 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 338 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen GTI | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | GTI | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
