2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1801 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 14.9 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 | 2856 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
