2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Voyager 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 96 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.

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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2003 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2003 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Chrysler Voyager 2009 Nissan Quest
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Voyager Quest
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 76 L


 

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