2010 Nissan Rogue vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 523 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Rogue | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
