2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Quest | Vibe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |