2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Forester | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
