2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
