2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V12 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
