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2009 Nissan Quest and 2008 Toyota Avalon Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 111.0 in | 13 in |
| Length | 204.1 in | 197.2 in | 6.9 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 72.8 in | 4.8 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 58.5 in | 13.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 3495 lb. | 796 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 38.8 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 59.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 55.8 in | 9.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 37.5 in | 4.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 58.2 in | 8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 56.2 in | 11.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 40.9 in | 1.2 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) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 41.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 17.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 14.4 | 73.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 131.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Quest
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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 2008 Toyota Avalon
| 2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
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