2010 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 614 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Quest | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
