2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
