2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
