2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Baja | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Baja | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |