2008 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 417 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2008 BMW M3 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 M3. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |