2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 801 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
