2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
