1995 Renault Spider vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 628 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |
