2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 431 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Quest | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |