2000 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 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 34 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 34 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 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 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
