2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 90 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (325 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
