1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
