2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest 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 142 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Splash has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Splash 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
