2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 916 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Quest | Ghost |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3295 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |