2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
