2010 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Quest and 2010 Holden Calais were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Because 2010 Holden Calais 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 2010 Holden Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Quest | 2010 Holden Calais | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Quest | Calais |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 344 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |