2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
