2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 18 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | Serena |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |