2004 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 116 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 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 116 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 116 | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |