2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus. 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 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Quest | Equus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |