2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Quest | 123 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |