2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Nissan | Pininfarina |
| Model | Quest | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
