1997 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Pony 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 157 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Pony | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Pony | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
