2000 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Puma | Spider |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 115 L |
