2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 713 kg more than 2004 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
