2008 Renault Twingo vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Twingo | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Twingo | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |
