Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 106.3 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 183.9 in | 16.9 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 74.2 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 67.3 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3781 lb. | 586 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.2 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 59.3 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.3 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 58.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 55.9 in | 10.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 36.7 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 53.8 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 44.4 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 31.3 in | 9.2 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 10.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 26.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 35.9 ft3 |
2015 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. 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 |