2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 337 kg more than 2011 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Pathfinder | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |