2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2008 Scion xB
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Qashqai and 2008 Scion xB were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Scion xB.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Scion xB. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xB. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2008 Scion xB | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Qashqai | xB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
