2011 Ford S-Max vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford S-Max would be higher. Both 2011 Ford S-Max and 2012 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 312 kg more 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford S-Max | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | S-Max | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.4 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 | 1743 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
