2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 60 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 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Twingo | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
