2004 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |