2006 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 1 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 2006 BMW M6 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 2006 BMW M6. 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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
