2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Qashqai | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
