2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 387 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.

Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Quest 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Nissan Dodge
Model Quest CHARGER
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3507 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2316 kg 1929 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 72 L


 

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