Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Nissan Quest | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 118.1 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 200.8 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 77.6 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 71.5 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 4367 lb. | 73 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 42.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 64.5 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 57.3 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.8 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 41.6 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 63.2 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 66.0 in | -10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 40.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 61.2 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 49.6 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 40.5 in | -5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -6.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -21.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -19.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -24.7 ft3 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |
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 |