2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A5 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
