2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Quest | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |