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 | 2,868 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,098 mm | 5,184 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,892 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,527 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,652 kg | 1,946 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 76 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,059 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,064 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 955 mm | -955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,565 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,270 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,006 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,111 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 600 L | 915 L | -315 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.2 | 2,483 L | 19.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 4,126 L | 17.2 |
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 |