2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | E-150 | Spider |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2350 mm |