2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Qashqai | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
