2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 8 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), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Quest | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
