2005 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 740 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |