2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Studebaker | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3160 mm |
