1995 Renault Spider vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 422 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Spider 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Spider | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Touran |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |