2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Renault Wind

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Renault Wind were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Chrysler 300, 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Wind has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Wind will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler 300 2004 Renault Wind
Make Chrysler Renault
Model 300 Wind
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2590 mm


 

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