2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Qashqai | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
