2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |