Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 106.7 in | 17.3 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 180.7 in | 23.4 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 73.3 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 68.1 in | 3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 4083 lb. | 208 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.7 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 58.9 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 55.3 in | 10.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.5 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 58.4 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 58.0 in | 9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 36.1 in | 6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 0.0 in | 61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.6 in | 0.0 in | 39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 44.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 31.7 | 56 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 79.3 ft3 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
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 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.