2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
