2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 677 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
