2012 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 534 kg more than 2013 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
