If I was going to war, taking a rained out trail up a mountain, crossing the continental divide in Montana,
I`d buy the Forester.
I like the Rouge over the Forester because:
Styling inside and out!! My 2009 Caravan has more style on both fronts.
LED running lights
Automatic headlights
Nicer wheels
Side mirror lane change blinkers
Full size spare- I love that!
Better radio and electronics- Nissan connect intergrates with my smartphone.
Automatic dual zone climate control!!
Tire pressure readout by tire.
Sliding 2nd row seats
More storage in back
Better seats.
Rogue is 1 inch wider, but it feels much more than that
More storage in center consule and glove box
And finally- keyless entry and start. Love it!