2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 437 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Quest 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Quest Pathfinder
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1991 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1961 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1783 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 74 L


 

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