2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 (304 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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.
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2005 Nissan Quest | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Quest | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |