Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 111.0 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 197.2 in | 3.6 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 72.8 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 58.5 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3490 lb. | 877 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 38.8 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 59.4 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.8 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.5 in | 4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 58.2 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 56.2 in | 9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.9 in | -4.2 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) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 38.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 14.4 | 49.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 94 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 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 |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |