2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
