2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 336 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 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Quest | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |