2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 2 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 (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 979 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
