2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Quest | Jazz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |