Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 121.2 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 202.5 in | -1.7 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 76.9 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 68.9 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4621 lb. | -254 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 63.0 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 40.6 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 64.7 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 0.0 in | 66 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 37.9 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 62.0 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 40.5 in | 31.8 in | 8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 12.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -32.6 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 |
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |