2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 398 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara, 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 Renault Wind (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Wind |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
