1997 Kia Retona vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 46 kg more than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Kia Retona | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | Quest |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |