2004 Renault Wind vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Wind. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Wind 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 380 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, 2005 Rover 45, 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Wind | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Wind | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
