2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Nissan Quest. 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 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 Weight | 2024 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
