Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Five Hundred | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 124.0 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 204.1 in | -3.4 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 77.6 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 60.1 in | 71.9 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3643 lb. | 4291 lb. | -648 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.7 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 63.7 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 65.6 in | -11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 41.7 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 66.2 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 67.4 in | -13.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 42.1 in | -0.2 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 | 83.1 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -40.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.2 | 87.7 ft3 | -66.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -124.5 ft3 |
2006 Ford Five Hundred Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
very comfortable on long trips see full Ford Five Hundred review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
REally comfortable see full Ford Five Hundred review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
The Limited interior is very confy and I hear that the 2008 taurus is even better. see full Ford Five Hundred review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
sits high, plenty of room see full Ford Five Hundred review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
large seats and sits high see full Ford Five Hundred review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Ample room for 6+ see full Ford Five Hundred review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
6 foot + individuals will love the leg room front and back and the command level seating (sits up higher than a regular car) see full Ford Five Hundred 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 |