2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 26 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Sonata | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |