1997 Renault Spider vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Spider | Jimny |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |