2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Frontier | Quest |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |