2008 Opel Antara vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 955 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 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Antara | Wind |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
