2000 Renault Spider vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2001 Saab 9-X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 9-X weights approximately 340 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 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Spider | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Spider | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
