Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,946 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 76 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,059 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,069 mm | 936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 955 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,270 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 1,006 mm | 885 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 915 L | -530 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 2,483 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 4,126 L | -2 L |
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 |