1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 204 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Spirit | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |