2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quest | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |
