Nissan Qashqai 2017 vs Renault Kadjar 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 HP | 159 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
|
Nissan Qashqai is more dynamic to drive. Nissan Qashqai engine produces 4 HP more power than Renault Kadjar, but torque is 20 NM less than Renault Kadjar. Thanks to more power Nissan Qashqai reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 180 mm (7.1 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Kadjar can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Kadjar version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Renault Kadjar engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Juke, Nissan Pulsar | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Renault Kadjar engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Kadjar 2018 1.3 engine: The engine is reliable. However, in the event of problems, getting spare parts and repairs can be difficult. Fuel consumption is reasonable, and the engine is not too demanding on fuel quality. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.39 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.59 m | 1.61 m | |
|
Nissan Qashqai is smaller. Nissan Qashqai is 10 cm shorter than the Renault Kadjar, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Nissan Qashqai is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 472 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1585 litres | 1478 litres | |
| Nissan Qashqai has 42 litres less trunk space than the Renault Kadjar. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Nissan Qashqai (by 107 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`900 | 1`889 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Renault Kadjar has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Nissan Qashqai has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Renault Kadjar, so Renault Kadjar quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 15 800 | 18 000 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Nissan Qashqai has
|
Renault Kadjar has
| |