2010 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Quest 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 131 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Quest | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quest | T5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
