2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 882 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Quest (304 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1996 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
