2002 Nissan Quest vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Quest | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
