2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2006 BMW 318 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 2006 BMW 318. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Quest | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
