2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 252 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Qashqai | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |