2000 Renault Spider vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Spider | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |