2012 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i40 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Qashqai | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Qashqai | i40 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
