2001 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 571 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Quest |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |