2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |