2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
