1996 Renault Spider vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Spider | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |