2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 931 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quest | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
