1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Cresta | Quest |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |