2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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2004 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Maxima | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |