2000 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
