2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2005 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. 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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2005 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Qashqai | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |