2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 563 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
