2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
