2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
