2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 499 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
