2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
