Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 112.5 in | 5.6 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 188.8 in | 12 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 71.4 in | 6.2 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 69.3 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3919 lb. | 448 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 55.7 in | 8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 51.1 in | 6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.2 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 40.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.9 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 52.3 in | 13.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.2 in | -3.5 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) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 39.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 35.2 | 28.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | 39.8 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 |
2008 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |