2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Spider |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |