1995 Renault Sport Spider vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 469 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2005 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Sport Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Sport Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Sport Spider | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Sport Spider | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
