2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
