2011 Nissan Rogue vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Rogue would be higher. Both 2011 Nissan Rogue and 2013 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Rogue | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Rogue | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |