2007 Acura RL vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 588 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |