2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest 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 122 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Quest | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
