2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 166 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Qashqai | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |