2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Quest |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |