2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo.
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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
