1998 Renault Spider vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 172 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Because 1998 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 1998 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Spider | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Touran |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
