2011 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
