2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
