2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
