2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Primera | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
