2008 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
