2011 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 438 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Quest | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | S40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2063 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1854 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
