2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3160 mm |
