2004 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |
