2009 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
