Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 2,652 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,184 mm | 4,656 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,971 mm | 1,778 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,826 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,946 kg | 1,455 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 55 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,618 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,666 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,059 mm | 942 mm | -941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,681 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,712 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,069 mm | 968 mm | -967 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) | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 915 L | 445 L | 470 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,483 L | 15.7 | -13.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,126 L | 15.7 | -11.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta.