1997 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
Because 2004 Renault Wind is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Wind. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Wind |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
