2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Quest 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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.
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2008 Nissan Quest | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Quest | Sonic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |