2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2009 Nissan Quest
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Voyager Quest
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2766 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 76 L


 

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