2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Rogue | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
