Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 109.8 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 188.2 in | 12.6 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 74.0 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 74.6 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4871 lb. | -504 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 57.5 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.1 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.8 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 40.0 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 57.4 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 54.8 in | 11.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.8 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 36.5 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 56.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 56.4 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 24.9 in | 15.6 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 17.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | 30.9 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 |
2009 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |