2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Jetta | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
