Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 113.2 in | 10.8 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 199.6 in | 4.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 76.2 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 68.1 in | 3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4312 lb. | -300 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 39.6 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 59.4 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 56.5 in | 9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.9 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 38.8 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 58.7 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 56.0 in | 11.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 39.8 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 35.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 56.9 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 43.7 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 41.2 in | 32.4 in | 8.8 in |
Total Legroom | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 11.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 | 40.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.7 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | 48 ft3 |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review |