2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | RAV4 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3545 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |