2010 Nissan Quest vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 932 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Quest | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
