2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.

Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Sport Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Sport Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Entourage 1995 Renault Sport Spider
Make Hyundai Renault
Model Entourage Sport Spider
Year Released 2009 1995
Body Type Minivan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3800 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 253 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1840 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 12 L/100km