2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
