2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M6 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 M6. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Quest | M6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
