2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo 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. Both 2004 Renault Twingo and 2006 Renault Twingo are equipped with a 1,149 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Twingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Twingo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 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 Renault Twingo (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Twingo | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.4 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 | 920 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
