2012 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 8 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.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 2013 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Qashqai | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Qashqai | Evora |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
