2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Five Hundred | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
