Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 106.7 in | 11.4 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 180.7 in | 20.1 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 73.3 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 68.1 in | 3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4083 lb. | 284 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.7 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 58.9 in | 5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.5 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 58.4 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 58.0 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.1 in | 0.6 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) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 42.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 31.7 | 31.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 42 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 |
2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |