2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |