Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 124.0 in | -10.1 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 204.1 in | -15.3 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 77.6 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 71.9 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4711 lb. | 4291 lb. | 420 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 63.7 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 65.6 in | -65.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 41.7 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 66.2 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 67.4 in | -67.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 42.1 in | -7.2 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 | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -47.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 87.7 ft3 | -55.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -74.8 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg 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 |