2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 434 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1354 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
