2004 Renault Wind vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Wind has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Wind will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Wind | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Wind | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
