Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Fusion | Nissan Quest | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 124.0 in | -16.6 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 204.1 in | -13.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 77.6 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 71.9 in | -15 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1006 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.7 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 63.7 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 65.6 in | -11.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 41.7 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 66.2 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 67.4 in | -14.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 42.1 in | -5 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 | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -44 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.5 | 87.7 ft3 | -71.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.5 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -129.2 ft3 |
2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion 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 |