2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
