Nissan Rogue (2015) vs. Buick Encore (2013) Specs

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2015 Nissan Rogue and 2013 Buick Encore Specifications

Model Year	2015	2013
Model	Nissan Rogue	Buick Encore
Engine	2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400	turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@4900 148 lb-ft@1850
Transmission	CVT	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.5 in	100.6 in	5.9 in
Length	182.3 in	168.4 in	13.9 in
Width	72.4 in	69.9 in	2.5 in
Height	66.3 in	65.2 in	1.1 in
Curb Weight	3532 lb.	3309 lb.	223 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	13.7 gal.	0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.6 in	39.6 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.6 in	54.1 in	2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.0 in	51.7 in	2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	40.8 in	2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.8 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.9 in	52.5 in	3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.1 in	50.1 in	2 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.9 in	35.7 in	2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	34.6 in	0.0 in	34.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.3 in	0.0 in	49.3 in
Hip Room, Row 3	42.0 in	0.0 in	42 in
Legroom, Row 3	31.4 in	0.0 in	31.4 in
Total Legroom	112.3 in (over 3 rows)	76.5 in (over 2 rows)	35.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.4 ft³	18.8 ft³	-9.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	32.0 ft³	18.8	13.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	70.0 ft³	48.4 ft³	21.6 ft³

2015 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Both the Rogue and the Forester have roomy rear seats mounted higher off the floor than most, and thus better suited for adult comfort and non-adult outward visibility. But only the Nissan has air vents back there. The Rogue is also one of the only members of the segment to offer a third-row seat, the others being the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Kia Sorento (which in width and price actually falls between compact and midsize). Unlike in the others, though, you cannot get a third-row seat with the Rogue's top trim level. So you must choose between the third-row seat on the one hand and the SL's additional features (heated leather seats, Bose audio system, forward collision alert, LED headlights) on the other. You also cannot get the third-row seat with the panoramic sunroof. The tested vehicle was the SL, so no third-row seat. Judging from the specs, it should be roomier than that in the Outlander, and about a match for that in the Sorento. Adults might fit in a pinch, but it's probably best to think of the seat as kids-only. Combine this third-row seat availability with the Rogue's EPA ratings, and you have the most fuel-efficient vehicle that can seat seven (but not on leather). see full Nissan Rogue review

2015 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Rogue SL's leather-trimmed seats appear luxurious, but like those in some other recent Nissans (with the notable exception of the Altima) feel flat and overly firm. The power seat adjustments include height, but not tilt. Mazda has also started deleting the driver seat tilt adjustment, and both automakers deserve to be taken to task for this. Those with upright builds (including me) will find that the Rogue's front seat headrests jut too far forward. The Forester's front seats are more comfortable. see full Nissan Rogue review

2015 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD	In previous car, I had problems with leg pain after 2.5 hours. No such problem after multi-hour drives now. Still need an insert for back support. see full Nissan Rogue review

2013 Buick Encore Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	From the neck down, the Encore's high-mounted, cushy-yet-firm seats deliver comfort congruent with its mission. Some people also won't have a problem with their design from the neck up. Others will find the headrests uncomfortable and too far forward. Given the Encore's compact exterior, it should come as no surprise that even the more-compact-than-most-compact-crossovers Tucson has a few more inches for both shoulders and legs. But the Buick nevertheless has enough room inside to comfortably seat four good-sized adults. It helps that the rear seat is comfortably high off the floor and that there's a lot of room for the rear passengers' feet beneath the front seats. Children, especially those who've outgrown boosters, will have more to complain about. They'll easily fit, but their view outward through the small, high rear side windows will be limited to the treetops. Though the front seats in the Tucson aren't as comfortable as those in the Encore, with a less luxurious feel and less supportive side bolsters, their headrests aren't overly intrusive. Rear seat passengers won't find the cushion as comfortably positioned, but small ones will have a somewhat easier time seeing out its side windows. see full Buick Encore review

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