2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1140 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | Wind |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
