Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 113.8 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 196.8 in | 4 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 76.0 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 71.6 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4430 lb. | -63 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.3 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 61.1 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 40.0 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 60.3 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 0.0 in | 66 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.5 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 36.3 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 57.2 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 31.7 in | 8.8 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | 8.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Subaru Ascent.