2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 789 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.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
