2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Sedici | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
