2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 372 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
