2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Quest | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
