2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Crossfire | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |