2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1353 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 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
