2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Durango | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |