Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Nissan Quest | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 124.0 in | -10.3 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 204.1 in | -10.7 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 77.6 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 71.9 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 4291 lb. | 149 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 63.7 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 65.6 in | -10.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 41.7 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 66.2 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 67.4 in | -11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 42.1 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 37.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 61.6 in | -8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 50.0 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 39.6 in | -4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -9.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -43.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -62 ft3 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |