Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 91.7 in | 32.3 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 157.3 in | 46.8 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 67.7 in | 9.9 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 49.0 in | 22.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 2527 lb. | 1764 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 37.4 in | 4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 53.2 in | 10.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 50.6 in | 15 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.1 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 0.0 in | 41.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 0.0 in | 66.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 0.0 in | 67.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 0.0 in | 42.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.6 in | 0.0 in | 61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.6 in | 0.0 in | 39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 80.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 27 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 5.3 | 82.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 140.4 ft3 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
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 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |