2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Quest | Avenger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |