Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 141 hp@6000 137 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 106.3 in | 17.7 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 176.2 in | 27.9 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 69.5 in | 8.1 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 59.8 in | 12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 2969 lb. | 1322 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.0 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 55.4 in | 8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 53.9 in | 11.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.5 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.4 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 54.7 in | 11.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 52.6 in | 14.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 36.4 in | 5.7 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 43.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 24.3 | 63.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | 80.4 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable, adjustable, and sit high to give the driver and passenger a good view of the road ahead, and are wide and not narrow like you find in the competition. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
no other small car provides rear passenger comfort like the Hyundai Elantra Touring. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Front Seats have plenty of room, I am 6'4"and find there is a lot of room. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Being quite a tall guy one of my favourite tests is to set the front seat in my position and then get in the back seat. In the touring I have at least 4" of knee room. Great for long trips. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable but do not hold you in position during aggressive driving see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |