Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 163 kW@5600 320 Nm@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 175 kW@5800 325 Nm@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,575 kg | 1,946 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 76 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 1,059 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,443 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,059 mm | 936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 1,069 mm | 903 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 | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 411 L | 915 L | -504 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.5 | 2,483 L | 12.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 | 4,126 L | 10.5 |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES 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 |