2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 735 kg more than 1995 Venturi Coupe. 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 1995 Venturi Coupe. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Coupe. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Ridgeline | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
