2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1961 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.
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 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Twingo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |