1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Spider |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2350 mm |