Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Escape | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 2,619 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,184 mm | 4,437 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,971 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,826 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,946 kg | 1,476 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 62 L | 14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,618 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,666 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,059 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,681 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,712 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,069 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,565 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,270 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 1,006 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 915 L | 827 L | 88 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,483 L | 29.2 | -27.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,126 L | 1,877 L | 3 L |
2008 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 |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 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 |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |