2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Qashqai | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 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 | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |