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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 | 3,150 mm | 2,616 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,184 mm | 4,559 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,971 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,826 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,946 kg | 1,474 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 64 L | 12 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,618 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,666 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,059 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,681 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,712 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,069 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,565 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,270 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 1,006 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Total Legroom | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 915 L | 949 L | -34 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,483 L | 33.5 | -31.5 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,126 L | 1,934 L | 3 L |
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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