2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | 460 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
