2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica and 2009 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Epica (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Epica has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Epica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Epica | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |