2004 Renault Wind vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 256 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Wind | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Wind | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |