Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 124.0 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 204.1 in | -2.1 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 77.6 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 71.9 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4291 lb. | 96 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 63.7 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 65.6 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 41.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 66.2 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 67.4 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 42.1 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 37.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 61.6 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 50.0 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 39.6 in | -5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -6.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
2009 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona 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 |