2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Rogue | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
