2006 Honda Element vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |