1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML and 1999 Renault Spider were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | ML | Spider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
