2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
