2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2005 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2005 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 207 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
