2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
