2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Qashqai | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
