2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 734 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
