2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 482 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 960 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
