2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 471 kg more than 2007 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Quest | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
