2009 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Delta. 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Delta | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
