2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Twin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Twin 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 198 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1716 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Twin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 21 L |
