2005 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Econovan 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 2005 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Econovan | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Econovan | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |