2001 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 626 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
