Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Buick LaCrosse | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 200 hp@5200 225 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 110.5 in | 7.6 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 198.1 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 73.0 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 57.4 in | 14.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3495 lb. | 872 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.4 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 57.2 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.3 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.2 in | 4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 57.0 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 54.6 in | 11.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 0.0 in | 61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 41.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 19.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 16.0 | 47.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 92.4 ft3 |
2013 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. see full Nissan Quest review |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.6L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide comfortable front seats. Heated seats are great and the leather feels very good. Lumbar support in drivers seat is excellent. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2007 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was not comfortable. The seat bottom was too short. see full Buick LaCrosse review |