2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 56 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Quest 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Quest Highlander
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3294 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 252 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 105 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 73 L