2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Qashqai | 125 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
