2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fiesta and 2006 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |