2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 328 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |