2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 9 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 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 2011 Alpina B7. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Quest | B7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 88 L |
