2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Passat | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3167 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |