2005 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |