2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
