2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Qashqai | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
