2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 418 kg more than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Terrano II | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
