2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2004 Nissan Quest and 2004 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 319 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.

Because 2004 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Quest 2004 Renault Clio
Make Nissan Renault
Model Quest Clio
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3495 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 7150 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 82.6 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 61 L


 

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