Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 108.5 in | 15.5 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 197.6 in | 6.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 73.0 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 56.1 in | 15.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 3343 lb. | 948 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.0 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 57.3 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 54.5 in | 11.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 38.1 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 56.6 in | 9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 55.7 in | 11.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 38.9 in | 3.2 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) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 42.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 17.0 | 70.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 128.7 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 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 Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
We chose this wagon initially because it was the only sedan we could find that fit 2 carseats and an adult, or 3 carseats comfortably in the rear seat. Also, the two additional seats in the cargo area are nice if there are more kids along. see full Ford Taurus review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long drives, lots of little "smart" features. see full Ford Taurus review |