Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 124.0 in | -21.2 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 204.1 in | -32.8 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 77.6 in | -9.3 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 71.9 in | -14 in |
Curb Weight | 2844 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1168 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.9 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 63.7 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 65.6 in | -13.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 41.7 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 66.2 in | -12.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 67.4 in | -13.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 41.3 in | -5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.2 in | -41.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -46 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.3 | 87.7 ft3 | -69.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 148.7 ft3 | -95.9 ft3 |
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |