2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest 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 41 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carens 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:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Quest | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
