2008 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 732 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 528 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
