2011 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus LS | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
