Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Quest | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 112.6 in | 5.5 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 188.9 in | 11.9 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 74.7 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 71.5 in | 70.2 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4367 lb. | 4612 lb. | -245 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.7 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.5 in | 58.3 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.4 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.0 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.4 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 57.4 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.0 in | 54.1 in | 11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 34.6 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 35.5 in | 4.5 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 | 30.1 in | 10.4 in |
Total Legroom | 121 in (over 3 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 15.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.1 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 26.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 43.3 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.4 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | 23.3 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 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |