2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback 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 29 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Quest | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
