2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 72 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Rogue | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
