1997 Renault Spider vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 16 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2946 mm |
