2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest.

Because 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Quest 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Nissan Chevrolet
Model Quest Camaro
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.7
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 72 L


 

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