2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Nissan Almera

To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Quest 2001 Nissan Almera
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Quest Almera
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 241 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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