2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 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 68 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 429 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Quest | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |