2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Quest | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |