2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
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 Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 534 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Sunny 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:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
