1997 Renault Megane vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, both 1997 Renault Megane and 1997 Renault Spider were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1997 Renault Megane and 1997 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Megane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
Because 1997 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 1997 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Megane, 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, 1997 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Megane | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Megane | Spider |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |