2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
