2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 962 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
