2011 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Qashqai | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | Quest |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
