Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 98.7 in | 25.3 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 161.1 in | 43 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 67.9 in | 9.7 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 59.0 in | 12.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 2965 lb. | 1326 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 38.2 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 52.8 in | 10.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 0.0 in | 65.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.4 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 36.7 in | 5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 49.3 in | 16.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 0.0 in | 67.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 33.5 in | 8.6 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) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 50.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 12.0 | 75.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 118.5 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |