Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 102.4 in | 21.6 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 171.1 in | 33 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 69.5 in | 8.1 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 61.0 in | 10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 3131 lb. | 1160 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.5 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 53.3 in | 10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 52.3 in | 13.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.4 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 52.6 in | 13.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 43.7 in | 23.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 36.2 in | 5.9 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) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 45.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 20.1 | 67.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 | 96.3 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |