2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
