Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 105.9 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 178.1 in | 22.7 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 72.4 in | 5.2 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 66.3 in | 5.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3592 lb. | 775 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.9 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 56.0 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.8 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 40.4 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.0 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.3 in | 7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 52.4 in | 13.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.8 in | -0.1 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) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 43.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 34.3 | 29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | 40.6 ft3 |
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 |
2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |