2004 Honda City vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda City has manual transmission. 2004 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |