2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Quest | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
