2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quest | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
