2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 411 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
