2004 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 523 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
