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2009 Subaru Forester and 2011 Nissan Quest Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Nissan Quest | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,616 mm | 3,000 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,559 mm | 5,100 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,674 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 1,981 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 76 L | -12 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,638 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,455 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,676 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 932 mm | 33 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,016 mm | -1 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,554 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,260 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,029 mm | -1 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,073 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 994 L | -45 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 1,801 L | 32.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,934 L | 3,070 L | -2 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Forester
| 2009 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2009 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review |
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 |
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