2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 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 165 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
