Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Hyundai Veracruz | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 110.4 in | 13.6 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 190.6 in | 13.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 76.6 in | 1 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 68.9 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 4266 lb. | 25 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 20.6 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.3 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 60.6 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 57.5 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 60.2 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 57.4 in | 10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 38.4 in | 3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 36.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 56.1 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 45.6 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.6 in | 31.5 in | 8.1 in |
Total Legroom | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 10.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 25.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 86.8 ft3 | 58.9 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 Veracruz Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are nice and come standard with heated seats. see full Hyundai Veracruz review |