2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Twingo | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Twingo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
