2009 BMW 735 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2009 BMW 735 and 2009 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 735 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 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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2009 BMW 735 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 735 | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |