2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | Fox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
