2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Quest | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Quest | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |