2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
