2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 115 L |
