2008 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14.9 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 | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
