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2011 Nissan Quest and 2010 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 106.7 in | 11.4 in |
| Length | 200.8 in | 188.0 in | 12.8 in |
| Width | 77.6 in | 71.7 in | 5.9 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 59.7 in | 11.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 3512 lb. | 855 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 38.3 in | 3.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 55.7 in | 8.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.6 in | 3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 54.6 in | 8.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 0.0 in | 66 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.7 in | -1 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) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 41.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 35.8 | 27.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | 46.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Quest
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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