2011 Renault Twingo vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2011 Renault Twingo and 2011 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2011 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Twingo | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Twingo | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |