2006 Ford Territory vs. 2013 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2013 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Territory 2013 Nissan Quest
Make Ford Nissan
Model Territory Quest
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3983 cc 3500 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1999 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 76 L