2003 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 820 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lancia Fulvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lancia Fulvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Fulvia | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Fulvia | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
