Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 106.3 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 182.7 in | 18.1 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 70.9 in | 6.7 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 56.5 in | 15 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3012 lb. | 1355 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 38.8 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 56.1 in | 8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.0 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.5 in | 4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.3 in | 7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 51.1 in | 14.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 35.7 in | 1 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) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 15.3 | 48.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 93.1 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 2021 Kia Forte.