2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
