2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2008 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Qashqai and 2008 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 807 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 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 2008 Peugeot 807. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 807. 2008 Peugeot 807 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. 2008 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2008 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Qashqai | 807 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
