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Honda Civic (2009) vs. Nissan Quest (2014) Specs

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2009 Honda Civic and 2014 Nissan Quest Specifications

Model Year 2009 2014  
Model Honda Civic Nissan Quest  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
197 hp@7800
139 lb-ft@6200
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed manual CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 118.1 in -11.8 in
Length 176.7 in 200.8 in -24.1 in
Width 69.0 in 77.6 in -8.6 in
Height 56.5 in 71.5 in -15 in
Curb Weight 2912 lb. 4367 lb. -1455 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 20.0 gal. -6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 42.1 in -2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.7 in 64.5 in -10.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.9 in 57.3 in -5.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.8 in -1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 41.6 in -4.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.4 in 63.2 in -10.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 66.0 in -15 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 36.7 in -2.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 40.0 in -40 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 61.2 in -61.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 49.6 in -49.6 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 40.5 in -40.5 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 121 in (over 3 rows) -44.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 35.1 ft3 -23.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 12.0 63.6 ft3 -51.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.0 ft3 108.4 ft3 -96.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic

2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Nissan Quest

2014 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. see full Nissan Quest review
 
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