2007 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | RX | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
