2006 Opel Agila 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 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
