2002 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 511 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 318 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 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
