2009 BMW 125 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 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 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2013 Nissan Quest
Make BMW Nissan
Model 125 Quest
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1987 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 76 L


 

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