Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Tucson | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,629 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,326 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,529 kg | 1,946 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 76 L | -18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,331 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,059 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,069 mm | 944 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 | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 643 L | 915 L | -272 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.7 | 2,483 L | 20.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,855 L | 4,126 L | -3 L |
2008 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |