2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 57 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |