2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Astra 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Quest | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
