Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 2,578 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,184 mm | 4,554 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,971 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,826 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,946 kg | 1,520 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 55 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,618 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,666 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,059 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,681 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,712 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,069 mm | 902 mm | -901 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,565 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,270 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 1,006 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 915 L | 929 L | -14 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,483 L | 32.8 | -30.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,126 L | 1,894 L | 3 L |
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 |
2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |