Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 118.1 in | -10.3 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 200.8 in | -10.6 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 77.6 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 71.5 in | -13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3671 lb. | 4367 lb. | -696 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 42.1 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 64.5 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 57.3 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.8 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 41.6 in | -4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 63.2 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 66.0 in | -13.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -41.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 63.6 ft3 | -49.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -94.2 ft3 |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |