2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 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 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
