2004 Renault Wind vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 94 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Wind | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Wind | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
