2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Quest | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |