2012 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 787 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Qashqai | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Qashqai | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |