2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Qashqai | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
