2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2001 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Qashqai | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
