2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1430 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 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 115 L |
