1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 22 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Hyundai Marcia | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Marcia | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |