2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 519 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Vanquish | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 333 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
