2011 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
