2008 Tata Nano vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 842 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano 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 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Nano | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Tata | Nissan |
Model | Nano | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |