2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider. 2000 GMC Yukon 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. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Spider |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
