2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
