Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 105.1 in | 13 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 188.7 in | 12.1 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 68.1 in | 9.5 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 58.1 in | 13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3490 lb. | 877 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.5 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 54.4 in | 10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 51.0 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 44.1 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.1 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 53.7 in | 9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 52.6 in | 13.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 33.9 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 0.0 in | 61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 43 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 33.5 | 30.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 |
2015 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |