Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Nissan Quest | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 124.0 in | -22.5 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 204.1 in | -38.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 77.6 in | -7.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 71.9 in | -13.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2968 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1323 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 41.7 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 63.7 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 65.6 in | -65.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 41.7 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 66.2 in | -13.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 67.4 in | -67.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 42.1 in | -6.6 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 | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -46.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 87.7 ft3 | -72.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -99.7 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 |