2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 356 kg more than 2003 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
