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Nissan Quest (2011) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Quest and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2011 Nissan Quest and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2011 2011  
Model Nissan Quest Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4400
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.1 in 112.3 in 5.8 in
Length 200.8 in 191.8 in 9 in
Width 77.6 in 70.3 in 7.3 in
Height 71.5 in 57.1 in 14.4 in
Curb Weight 4367 lb. 3645 lb. 722 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 16.0 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 42.1 in 39.4 in 2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 64.5 in 55.9 in 8.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.3 in 53.0 in 4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.8 in 42.2 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 41.6 in 37.2 in 4.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 63.2 in 53.9 in 9.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 66.0 in 52.1 in 13.9 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) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 41.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.1 ft3 15.1 ft3 20 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 63.6 ft3 15.1 48.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 108.4 ft3 15.1 ft3 93.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Quest

2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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