2006 Renault Twingo vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Renault Twingo and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 330 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, 2006 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Twingo | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Twingo | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |