2010 Nissan Rogue vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Rogue and 2010 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 566 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Rogue | 2 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
