2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Condor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Qashqai | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
