2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 634 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Quest | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
