2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Clio | Twingo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 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 | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |