2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest. 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Quest | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
