2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Elantra | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |