2009 BMW X6 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 X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
