Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 101.5 in | 16.6 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 179.3 in | 21.5 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 70.1 in | 7.5 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 59.2 in | 12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3285 lb. | 1082 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 38.4 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 54.8 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.1 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.1 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 53.1 in | 10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 0.0 in | 66 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 35.5 in | 1.2 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) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 44.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 32.8 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 41.5 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |