2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (319 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
