2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | E-250 | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2350 mm |