1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Caravan | Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |