2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 728 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
