2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
