2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 261 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 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 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Vibe | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
