2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 115 L |
