1996 Renault Spider vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Spider | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |