2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 Toyota MR2

To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 102 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 777 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2006 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 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 MR2
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Quest MR2
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3294 cc 1792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 48 L


 

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