2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 565 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Quest | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
