2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 74 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
