Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
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 |
2009 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 |
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 |