2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
