2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
