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2011 Nissan Quest and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 194 kW@6000 325 Nm@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,852 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,100 mm | 4,872 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,971 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,816 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,981 kg | 1,669 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 61 L | 15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,638 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,113 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,605 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,676 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 955 mm | -23 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 1,016 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,554 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,260 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 1,029 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Total Legroom | 3,073 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 994 L | 428 L | 566 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,801 L | 15.1 | -14.1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,070 L | 15.1 | -12.1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Quest
| 2011 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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