2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Qashqai and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
