2010 Nissan Rogue vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 102 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Rogue | Ka |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
