2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest.
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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
