2007 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 173 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
