2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 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 FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | FR-V | Twingo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |