2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Nissan Maxima. 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 (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Nissan Quest | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Quest | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |