2004 Renault Wind vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 307 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 Toyota Corolla, 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Wind | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Wind | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
