2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |