2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 116 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |