Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 112.4 in | 11.6 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 187.2 in | 16.9 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 75.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 68.0 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1288 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 38.7 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 57.7 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 0.0 in | 65.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 38.3 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 57.4 in | 8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 0.0 in | 67.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 35.6 in | 5.7 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) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 47.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 31.0 | 56.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 77.7 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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |