2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Quest | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |