2012 Audi Q3 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi Q3 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q3 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |