2009 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
