2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 402 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
