2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1.
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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
