Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7000 170 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 118.1 in | -13 in |
Length | 177.3 in | 200.8 in | -23.5 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 77.6 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 71.5 in | -15 in |
Curb Weight | 2906 lb. | 4367 lb. | -1461 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 42.1 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 64.5 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.5 in | 57.3 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.8 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 41.6 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 63.2 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 66.0 in | -14.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.7 in | -0.5 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 | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -42.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -22.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.5 | 63.6 ft3 | -51.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -95.9 ft3 |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Interior dimensions haven't changed, so the 2013 Civic continues to have one of the segment's roomiest rear seats (though not in the same league as the VW Jetta). A barely there floor hump and a broad cushy center seat render the Civic more capable than most compact sedans of seating three adults, though the rear cushion is somewhat low and hip room is in short supply. You'll find more shoulder room but less rear legroom in the Dart's back seat. Midsize sedans often don't offer much more rear legroom, but their seats tend to be more comfortably positioned. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |