2006 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 596 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Territory | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3507 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
