2007 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 525 2003 Nissan Quest
Make BMW Nissan
Model 525 Quest
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.1 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1824 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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