2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
