Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
5.4L V8 OHC-2v 310 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 119.0 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 206.5 in | -5.7 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 78.8 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 77.2 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 5578 lb. | -1211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.6 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 63.2 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 60.2 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.1 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 63.7 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 59.9 in | 6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.1 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 51.9 in | 9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 50.2 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 37.7 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 55.0 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | 0.1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Ford Expedition.