2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 73 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Qashqai | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
