2008 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
