2010 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz 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) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 394 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 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 | 1048 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
