2003 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 311 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2003 BMW 545 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 2003 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |