2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 473 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
