2006 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 656 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | C70 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
