2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
