1997 Renault Spider vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 752 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.
Because 1997 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 1997 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Murano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2824 mm |
