Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 101.5 in | 22.5 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 179.3 in | 24.8 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 70.1 in | 7.5 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 59.2 in | 12.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3285 lb. | 727 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 38.4 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 54.8 in | 8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 0.0 in | 65.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.1 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 38.1 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 53.1 in | 13.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 0.0 in | 67.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 35.5 in | 5.8 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 | 41.2 in | 0.0 in | 41.2 in |
Total Legroom | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 47.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 32.8 | 54.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.7 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 81.8 ft3 |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |