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2009 Nissan Quest and 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 130.5 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 204.1 in | 210.2 in | -6.1 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 73.7 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 72.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 4618 lb. | -327 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 59.0 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 55.4 in | 10.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 38.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 58.9 in | 7.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 55.5 in | 11.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 36.9 in | 5.2 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) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 44.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 0.0 | 32.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 0.0 | 87.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 0.0 | 145.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Quest
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
| 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
| 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
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