2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 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, 2006 Renault Clio (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Twingo | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
