2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Rogue | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
