2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1334 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
