Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 113.2 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 199.6 in | 1.2 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 76.2 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 68.1 in | 3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4312 lb. | 55 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.6 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 59.4 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 40.9 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.8 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 58.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 56.0 in | 10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.8 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 35.4 in | 4.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 56.9 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 43.7 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 32.4 in | 8.1 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 7.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
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 AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. 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 |
2009 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 |