2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
