2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Quest and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 726 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2004 Nissan Quest | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |