Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Nitro | Nissan Quest | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 124.0 in | -15.2 in |
Length | 178.9 in | 204.1 in | -25.2 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 77.6 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 71.9 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3932 lb. | 4291 lb. | -359 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 63.7 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 65.6 in | -8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.7 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.8 in | 41.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 66.2 in | -9.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 67.4 in | -20 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 42.1 in | -4.4 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 | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -44.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 87.7 ft3 | -55.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.2 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -80.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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 |