2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 602 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.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | CTS | Spider |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |