2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 334 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Phaeton | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
