Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Flex | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 117.9 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 202.3 in | -1.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 75.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 67.6 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4471 lb. | -104 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 58.4 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.4 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 40.8 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 40.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 57.1 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 55.0 in | 11 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 44.3 in | -7.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 50.8 in | 10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 41.1 in | 8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 33.4 in | 7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | 21.7 ft3 |
2013 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. see full Nissan Quest review |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |