1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Spider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 990 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 |
