2011 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Qashqai | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Qashqai | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2415 mm |
