Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RLX | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 124.0 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 198.1 in | 204.1 in | -6 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 77.6 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 71.9 in | -14.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3977 lb. | 4291 lb. | -314 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 41.7 in | -4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 63.7 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 65.6 in | -9.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 41.7 in | -4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 66.2 in | -9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 67.4 in | -12.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 42.1 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -42.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 87.7 ft3 | -72.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -130.8 ft3 |
2018 Acura RLX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan | Everyone who sits in the back seats comments on the comfort and leg room. see full Acura RLX review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |