2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima 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 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |