Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 130.0 in | -11.9 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 221.3 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 79.1 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 76.6 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 5842 lb. | -1475 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -11 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.1 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 65.3 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 64.4 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 40.0 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 65.2 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 62.3 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.1 in | -2.4 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) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 40.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 45.5 | 18.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |