Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 106.3 in | 17.7 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 183.9 in | 20.2 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 74.2 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 67.3 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3781 lb. | 231 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 39.2 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 59.3 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 56.3 in | 9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.2 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 58.7 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 55.9 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 37.6 in | 3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 36.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 53.8 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 44.4 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 41.2 in | 31.3 in | 9.9 in |
Total Legroom | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 14 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 50.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.7 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 76.2 ft3 |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |