2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RunX 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 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
