2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 935 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Atos 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 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Quest | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
