2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 125 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |