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2014 Nissan Quest and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 106.4 in | 11.7 in |
| Length | 200.8 in | 175.6 in | 25.2 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 69.7 in | 7.9 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 52.8 in | 18.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3064 lb. | 1303 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 38.2 in | 3.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 54.8 in | 9.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 36.8 in | 4.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 54.9 in | 8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 48.1 in | 17.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 32.2 in | 4.5 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) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 46.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 27.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 7.6 | 56 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 100.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Nissan Quest
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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