2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2012 SsangYong Stavic. 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Quest | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
