2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1190 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 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
