2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 936 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 1995 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Town & Country (324 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 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 | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 115 L |
