2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 846 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.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
