2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 8 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 152 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Quest | Strada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
