2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
