2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1820 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 | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
