2006 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | 75 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
