2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 269 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Quest | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
