2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 14 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 955 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 115 L |
