2007 Kia Optima vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Optima | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
