2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 2008 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Twingo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |