1998 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma 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 151 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Quest |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |