Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.0 in | 109.3 in | 14.7 in |
Length | 204.1 in | 182.2 in | 21.9 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 73.4 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 58.4 in | 13.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4291 lb. | 3901 lb. | 390 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 17.8 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 38.3 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 57.0 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 65.6 in | 54.9 in | 10.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.9 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 37.4 in | 4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 66.2 in | 55.2 in | 11 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.4 in | 53.5 in | 13.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 33.5 in | 8.6 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 | 39.6 in | 0.0 in | 39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 48 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.7 ft3 | 12.0 | 75.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.7 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 133.7 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |