2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Endeavor Qashqai
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3828 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2640 mm