2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
