1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 332 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cavalier | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |