1999 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 612 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |
