2012 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
Because 2004 BMW 645 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 2004 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Quest | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Quest | 645 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |