2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 405 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
