1999 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Renault Spider. (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
