2000 Renault Spider vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 702 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Spider | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Spider | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
