2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
