2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |