2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2006 Renault Twingo

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 830 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 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai XG 350 2006 Renault Twingo
Make Hyundai Renault
Model XG 350 Twingo
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3495 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L


 

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