2001 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 426 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
