| Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 106.7 in | 17.3 in |
| Length | 204.1 in | 180.1 in | 24 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 74.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 66.1 in | 5.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 3283 lb. | 1008 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 57.6 in | 6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 55.2 in | 10.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.3 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 56.0 in | 10.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 53.3 in | 14.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 38.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 0.0 in | 61.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 39.6 in | 0.0 in | 39.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 43.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 37.5 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 37.5 | 50.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Escape.