1999 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 601 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, 2010 Citroen C5, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | C5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
