2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tundra | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
