2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 681 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Be Bop | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
