Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 110.2 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 196.0 in | 4.8 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 72.8 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 58.5 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3770 lb. | 597 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.0 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 58.1 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.2 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 44.5 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.4 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 57.5 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 54.6 in | 11.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.0 in | -0.3 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) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 39.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 19.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 15.5 | 48.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 92.9 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |