1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 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 102 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1662 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | C21 | Quest |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |