2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio 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 (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2001 Renault Clio 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 2001 Renault Clio. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
