2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 983 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
