2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 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 2000 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 @ 2700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 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 |