2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 6 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring 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 2000 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Sebring (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sebring | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
