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2008 Nissan Quest and 2011 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 103.0 in | 21 in |
| Length | 204.1 in | 179.5 in | 24.6 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 70.1 in | 7.5 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 65.9 in | 6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 3250 lb. | 1041 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 56.1 in | 7.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 0.0 in | 65.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 40.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 55.6 in | 10.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 0.0 in | 67.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 38.0 in | 4.1 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) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 42.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 33.5 | 54.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | 77.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Nissan Quest
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Subaru Forester
| 2011 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review |
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