2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B4000 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 115 L |
