2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 437 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 122 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.

Because 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Porsche Carrera GT 2010 Nissan Qashqai
Make Porsche Nissan
Model Carrera GT Qashqai
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Roadster Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 549 HP 112 HP
Torque 600 Nm 161 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 83.6 mm
Top Speed 330 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1372 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 65 L


 

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