Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 108.3 in | 15.7 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 191.6 in | 12.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 78.5 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 68.2 in | 3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 4550 lb. | -259 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.2 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 61.6 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 59.0 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 38.6 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 61.5 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 59.1 in | 8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 38.7 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 37.5 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 57.1 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 42.0 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.6 in | 29.1 in | 10.5 in |
Total Legroom | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 14.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 62.2 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |