2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Quest | 1996 Toyota Century | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Quest | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2870 mm |