2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
