2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
