2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. Both 2008 Nissan Qashqai and 2003 Renault Be Bop are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
