2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Quest | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
