2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 728 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
