1999 Renault Spider vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Renault Spider | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Spider | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |