1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Quest |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |