2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
