2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
