2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 735 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.
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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | S-Type | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
