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Nissan Quest (2012) vs. Subaru Legacy (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Nissan Quest and 2021 Subaru Legacy specs.

2012 Nissan Quest and 2021 Subaru Legacy Specifications

Model Year 2012 2021  
Model Nissan Quest Subaru Legacy  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
194 kW@6000
325 Nm@4400
turbocharged
2.4L H4
DOHC-4v
194 kW@5600
376 Nm@2000
 
Transmission CVT 8-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,000 mm 2,751 mm 1 mm
Length 5,100 mm 4,841 mm 1 mm
Width 1,971 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,816 mm 1,501 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,981 kg 1,714 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 76 L 70 L 6 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,069 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,638 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,113 mm 1,087 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,057 mm 945 mm -944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,605 mm 1,458 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,676 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 932 mm 1,003 mm 931 mm
Headroom, Row 3 1,016 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,554 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,260 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 1,029 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Total Legroom 3,073 mm (over 3 rows) 2,090 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 994 L 428 L 566 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,801 L 15.1 -14.1 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 3,070 L 15.1 -12.1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Quest

2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Subaru Legacy

2021 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2021 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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see full Subaru Legacy review
2021 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2021 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Subaru Legacy review
 
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