Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 107.1 in | 11 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 189.0 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 71.1 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 58.3 in | 13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3197 lb. | 1170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 57.1 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.5 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 43.7 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.0 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 56.3 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 54.7 in | 11.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.8 in | -1.1 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) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 39.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 15.0 | 48.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 93.4 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 2009 Kia Optima.