2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
