2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
