2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 553 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
