2000 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Laurel | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |