2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Qashqai | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
