1997 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 926 kg more than 1997 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider. 2010 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Xterra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |