2000 Renault Spider vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
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, 2003 Renault Clio, 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, 2000 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Spider | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Spider | Clio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |