2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
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, 2000 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | K2700 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
