2007 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 360 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 2000 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, 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, 2007 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
