2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 893 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
