1996 Nissan President vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan President 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 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan President | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
