2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2004 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volvo V50 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | V50 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1455 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |