2004 Renault Wind vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Wind. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Wind | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Wind | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
