2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 845 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | Parati |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
