2006 Renault Twingo vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 456 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Twingo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
