1999 Acura SLX vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura SLX 2013 Honda Ridgeline
Make Acura Honda
Model SLX Ridgeline
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 225 HP 247 HP
Torque 312 Nm 335 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4661 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1834 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1834 mm 1808 mm
Wheelbase Size 2761 mm 3100 mm


 

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