2011 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 338 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Quest | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Quest | Croma |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2063 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1854 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |