2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
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2005 Nissan Altima | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |