2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 750 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Rogue | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
