2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Rogue and 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Rogue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue. 2008 Nissan Rogue has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Rogue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Rogue | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 141 L |
