2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C4 | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
