2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo.
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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1459 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
