2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 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 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | Carrera GT | Spider |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 185 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |