2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 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 44 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 366 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
