2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |