2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. 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 Quest (314 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Quest | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
