2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 409 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Quest | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
