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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 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 285 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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 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 1594 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 146 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 40 L


 

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