| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,911 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,100 mm | 4,590 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,971 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,816 mm | 2,014 mm | -1 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,981 kg | 1,554 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 58 L | 18 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,638 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,113 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 1,283 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,605 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,676 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 978 mm | -46 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 1,016 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,554 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,260 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 1,029 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Total Legroom | 3,073 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 994 L | 2,212 L | 992 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,801 L | 78.1 | -77.1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,070 L | 3,831 L | 0 L |
| 2012 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 2011 Ford Transit Connect.