2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo

To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2010 Renault Twingo
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Twingo
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1459 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 212 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 14.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L


 

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