2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
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2005 Nissan Quest | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Quest | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |