Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6100 126 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 124.0 in | -17.7 in |
Length | 182.6 in | 204.1 in | -21.5 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 77.6 in | -7.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 71.9 in | -14.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1436 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 41.7 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 63.7 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 65.6 in | -12.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.7 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 41.7 in | -4.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 66.2 in | -11.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 67.4 in | -23.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 42.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -41.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.0 | 87.7 ft3 | -74.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -132.7 ft3 |
2014 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Corolla's specs indicate rear legroom worthy of a large sedan, 41.3 inches, a substantial four more than in the Sentra and five more than in last year's Corolla. To provide this increase, Toyota stretched the car's wheelbase by four inches, taking it from the shortest in the segment to the 106.3-inch dimension shared by the Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, and Nissan. The Ford Focus, with a 104.3-inch wheelbase, is now the briefest of the bunch. The Corolla's overall length has also grown by four inches, to 182.6. Subjectively, the Corolla's advantage over the Sentra seems about half as large. Still a lot of legroom for a compact, especially in conjunction with a more comfortably positioned seat. Rear seat headroom is in much shorter supply in both cars. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2014 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2008 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 |
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 |
2008 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 |