2009 BMW 650 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 650 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
