1999 Renault Spider vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 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 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
