Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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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 | 179.3 in | 21.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 72.4 in | 5.2 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 65.7 in | 5.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3433 lb. | 934 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.1 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 57.5 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.2 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.0 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.0 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.5 in | 7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 53.7 in | 12.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.3 in | -2.6 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) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 40.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 34.1 | 29.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 64.8 ft3 | 43.6 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 |
2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's enough room for four adults inside the Mazda CX-5. But the Honda CR-V and some others are considerably roomier. Want an occasional third-row seat? While Nissan and Volkswagen offer one in their compact crossovers, Mazda does not. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review |