2005 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Infiniti | Renault |
Model | M | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |