2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3160 mm |
