2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
