2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Qashqai | LW |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
