Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 271 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 118.9 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 202.0 in | -1.2 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 78.3 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 69.3 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4387 lb. | -20 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 63.2 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.2 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.7 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 65.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 65.9 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.9 in | -4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 60.5 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 50.1 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 34.0 in | 6.5 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -33.1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Sedona.