2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 551 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Ridgeline | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |