2006 Ford GT vs. 2004 Renault Wind

To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 734 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.

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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford GT 2004 Renault Wind
Make Ford Renault
Model GT Wind
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 83 L


 

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