2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Renault Twingo and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2004 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 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Twingo | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Twingo | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |