2004 Mazda Demio vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 447 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Demio | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Demio | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |