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Nissan Quest (2015) vs. Subaru Outback (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Nissan Quest and 2009 Subaru Outback specs.

2015 Nissan Quest and 2009 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2015 2009  
Model Nissan Quest Subaru Outback  
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
 
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 69.7 in 7.9 in
Height 71.5 in 63.2 in 8.3 in
Curb Weight 4367 lb. 3605 lb. 762 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Nissan Quest

2015 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Outback

2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
 
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