2006 Renault Twingo vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 75 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Twingo | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
