1995 Renault Spider vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1814 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 148 L |
