| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 175 kW@5800 325 Nm@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 2,888 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,184 mm | 4,912 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,971 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,826 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,946 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 85 L | -9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,618 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,666 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,059 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,681 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,712 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,069 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 950 mm | 5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,565 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,270 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 1,006 mm | 886 mm | -885 mm |
| Total Legroom | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 915 L | 385 L | 530 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,483 L | 1,243 L | 1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,126 L | 2,370 L | 2 L |
| 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 |
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |