2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
