2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 317 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Quest | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |