2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Step Wagon | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |