2009 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 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 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 730. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
