2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 491 kg more than 2003 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Quest | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2895 mm |
