2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G5 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Renault 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5, 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 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | G5 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
