2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta 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 (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 209 kg more than 2003 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2003 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |