Kia Forte (2018) vs. Nissan Quest (2012) Specs

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2018 Kia Forte and 2012 Nissan Quest Specifications

Model Year	2018	2012
Model	Kia Forte	Nissan Quest
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	CVT
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	118.1 in	-11.8 in
Length	171.3 in	200.8 in	-29.5 in
Width	70.1 in	77.6 in	-7.5 in
Height	57.1 in	71.5 in	-14.4 in
Curb Weight	3031 lb.	4367 lb.	-1336 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	56.1 in	64.5 in	-8.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.8 in	57.3 in	-3.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	43.8 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	41.6 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	63.2 in	-8.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	66.0 in	-12.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	36.7 in	-0.8 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	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	121 in (over 3 rows)	-42.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.2 ft³	35.1 ft³	-11.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	23.2	63.6 ft³	-40.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.4 ft³	108.4 ft³	-52 ft³

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2019	I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review

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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

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