2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
