1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 358 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Copperhead | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
