2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 681 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
