2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 485 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.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 40 L |
