2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 2 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 41 L |
