1998 Nissan Quest vs. 1998 Honda Odyssey
When comparing the 1998 Nissan Quest's and the 1998 Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Nissan Quest has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1998 Honda Odyssey has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Nissan Quest's and the 1998 Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Nissan Quest’s base engine makes 151 horsepower, and the 1998 Honda Odyssey base engine makes 150 horsepower. The Quest is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The Odyssey is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 408 miles.This gives the 1998 Honda Odyssey the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1998 Nissan Quest the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 Honda Odyssey has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
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Nissan Quest Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Odyssey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.016445 / 10
Reliability:
8.749336 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Quest Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Odyssey Rankings
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6 out of / 7Summary Review
The Quest was a Nissan Minivan available from 1993 through 2017. Now discontinued, it's still available in the used vehicle market. Sales in its final years were low, so finding one may be a challenge.
Summary Review
The Honda Odyssey is one of America’s most popular minivans and a top seller in the Honda line. Now in its fifth generation, the Odyssey is known as a reliable, comfortable family vehicle.
Pros and Cons
- Solid reliability ratings
- Low used market demand means low purchase price
- Poor IIHS crash test results
- Outdated infotainment systems in used models
Pros and Cons
- Quiet, smooth ride
- V6 power in all trims
- Engaging driving dynamics
- Compact spare on all trims (2022)
- No green powertrain option
- AWD not available
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Nissan Quest Trim Levels
GXE, XE
1998 Honda Odyssey Trim Levels
EX, LX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
151 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
174 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
152 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 408 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3865 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
189.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3472 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available