1995 Renault Spider vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 17 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 920 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Spider | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 67 L |
