2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
