2005 Citroen C vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Renault Twingo.
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, 2008 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
