2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 215 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.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | E-350 | Spider |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 115 L |