1996 Renault Spider vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 14 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Spider | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Spider | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |