2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 367 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxy | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
