2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 63 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 (314 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Quest | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |