2000 Ford Equator vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator 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 107 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Equator | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1554 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3160 mm |
