2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Quest | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Quest | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |