2011 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Nissan Qashqai | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Qashqai | Equinox |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1811 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |