2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Quest | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
