1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
