2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 189 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 936 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Quest | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
