2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
