2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Qashqai | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
