| Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Jeep Cherokee | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5250 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 106.3 in | 11.8 in |
| Length | 200.8 in | 182.0 in | 18.8 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 73.2 in | 4.4 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 65.7 in | 5.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3730 lb. | 637 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.4 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 57.6 in | 6.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.1 in | 2.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.1 in | 8.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 49.9 in | 16.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.3 in | -3.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 0.0 in | 61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 39.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 24.8 | 38.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 54.9 ft3 | 53.5 ft3 |
| 2011 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 2020 Jeep Cherokee.