2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Navara | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
